Essentials of Human Embryology, 2nd Edition - E-Book

Book excerpt: The second edition of this book is aligned with the National Medical Council's competency-based undergraduate curriculum for the Indian Medical Graduate. This book is an ideal resource for UG students (MBBS & BDS) and for candidates preparing for PG and competitive examinations in various specialties – MD, DNB, MS, FRCS, MRCP, DM, MCh also would find it an authentic reference source.New to this Edition• Division into five sections to ensure completeness on application-based learning.• Addition of new chapters on Genetic Counselling, and Recent Advances in Genetics to generate curiosity about the topics.• Begins each chapter with Anamnese, a clinical scenario to stimulate readers' curiosity.• Includes Brain Teasers with solved MCQs at the end of each chapter for self-assessment.• 230 New illustrations in the form of three-dimensional diagrams, clinical photographs, ultrasonographs have been incorporated to enhance visual representation.• Frequently Asked Questions in Embryology and Genetics from previous university question papers presented for quick reference and mapping with relevant syllabus.• 30 Embryology Charts for Practical Examination help the learners to assimilate well the learnt concepts.Key Characteristics• Text is presented in a simple, precise, and point-wise manner, with complex information summarized in tables.• Integrates Clinical Nuggets containing interesting facts about the topic.• Concludes each chapter with Klinische Perlen, addressing the applied aspects of the subject matter.• Features a Points to Ponder section for a quick recap of key concepts.• Provides references under the heading Further Readings for detailed exploration of topics.Online Resources at www.medenact.com• Complimentary access to full e-book.• Labelled 30 embryological charts for a quick recap before viva voce.